Movie Name : Mithra Mandali
Release Date : Oct 16, 2025
Cast : Priyadarshi, Niharika NM, Rag Mayur, Vishnu Oi, Prasad Behara, VTV Ganesh etc.
Director : Vijayendar S
Music Director : RR Dhruvan
Telugumopo.com Rating : 2.25/5
Story:
Elections are approaching in Jangleeptanam, where the M.L.A. seat is contested between caste-driven leader Narayana (VTV Ganesh) and Freedom Raju (Satya Prakash). Meanwhile, four playful friends—Chaitanya (Priyadarshi), Satvik (Vishnu O.I), Abhi (Rag Mayur), and Rajeev (Prasad Behera)—spend their days teasing each other and having fun.
Satvik and Abhi fall for Swecha (Niharika N.M.) and go to great lengths to impress her, only to panic when they discover she is Narayana’s daughter. One day, Narayana’s daughter, Swecha (Niharika), however, runs away from home.
Narayana rushes to the police station, claiming his daughter is missing. Worried that the news could ruin his reputation and cost him the M.L.A. ticket, he convinces S.I. Sagar (Vennela Kishore) to file a fake kidnapping case and “search” for her.
Who does Swecha truly love? Do Abhi or Satvik get a chance to propose? Was it really a kidnapping, or did she run away on her own? And who eventually wins the M.L.A. ticket? An important character (Satya) holds the answers, but you’ll need to watch the film to find out.
Review:
Priyadarshi takes a detour back to comedy with Mithra Mandali, attempting to recreate the fun energy of Jathi Ratnalu. While he fits well into the comic space and delivers a decent performance, he doesn’t quite bring out the same laugh-out-loud moments as before.
Social media influencer Niharika NM, who impressed Tamil audiences with Perusu, makes her Telugu debut with this film. However, her role and performance don’t quite live up to expectations — she looks fine on screen but leaves little impact. Rag Mayur, Vishnu Oi, and Prasad Behara, as Priyadarshi’s friends, do justice to their roles and succeed in bringing some laughs. VTV Ganesh as the caste leader, however, fails to land the humor effectively. Despite being a strong comedian, Vennela Kishore’s timing feels off here, while Satya Prakash’s well-executed performance suffers from weak characterization. Brahmanandam, though appearing briefly, adds a touch of charm before disappearing too soon.
The story revolves around four carefree friends and their mischievous adventures. Every character behaves over-the-top and silly, but for comedy to truly work, you need sharp writing, witty situations, and punchy dialogues — elements that Mithra Mandali lacks in consistency. Even though the cast is filled with talented comedians, their abilities are underutilized. There are a few genuinely funny moments, but they are scattered between dull sequences that fail to maintain momentum.
Niharika NM’s role is written as the emotional core of the story, yet it turns out to be one of the weakest parts. Her character feels underdeveloped and unnecessarily silly. The male leads, too, don’t get enough scope to shine comedically. Satya’s much-hyped “key character” delivers a few laughs thanks to his timing, but the character’s purpose in the story remains unclear.
Interestingly, the film takes jabs at caste politics, inter-caste marriages, and societal norms — and these sequences work quite well. The satire is sharp and thought-provoking while retaining humor. RR Dhruvan’s music fits the tone of the film, with a mix of parody and remix songs and a catchy folk tune in the climax. His background score supports the lighthearted vibe effectively.
while the production values are fitting for a fun entertainer. Director Vijayendar shows glimpses of good comic sensibility in a few moments, but inconsistent writing and flat humor prevent Mithra Mandali from reaching its potential.
Overall, Mithra Mandali works as a moderate entertainer if you’re in the mood for simple comedy and don’t expect too much. But if you’re looking for the kind of laugh riot that stays with you — this one might leave you a bit underwhelmed.
